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Dr. Lee Riggins, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
5.0 (3)
Map Pin Small Birmingham, AL
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49 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Lee Riggins, MD

Dr. Lee Riggins, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Birmingham, AL. They specialize in Cardiothoracic Surgery, has 49 years of experience, and is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. They graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham and is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital - Golden Triangle. Patients rated Dr. Riggins an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Riggins works at Practice in Birmingham, AL with other offices in Alpharetta, GA and Dothan, AL. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Riggins' Office Locations

  1. 1
    L. S Riggins M.d. PC
    401 Tuscaloosa Ave SW Ste 210, Birmingham, AL 35211 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 780-8980
  2. 2
    Jackson Surgical Assistants LLC
    2655 Northwinds Pkwy, Alpharetta, GA 30009 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (678) 690-7353
  3. 3
    Flowers Hospital
    4370 W Main St, Dothan, AL 36305 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (334) 793-1881

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  • Baptist Memorial Hospital - Golden Triangle

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    About Dr. Lee Riggins, MD

    Specialties*
    • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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    • 49 years of experience
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    NPI Number
    • 1659381291
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • University of Alabama at Birmingham
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    • Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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